South Korea
United States
Seoul to New York Time Difference
New York is 13 hours behind Seoul
Seoul vs New York — At a Glance
Seoul to New York — Hour-by-Hour
About Seoul and New York
Seoul (population: 9.7M) is known for Samsung and LG headquarters, K-pop culture, Gangnam, and rapid tech innovation. New York (population: 8.3M) is known for global finance hub, Wall Street, Times Square, and the United Nations headquarters.
Business Hours Overlap
The 13-hour gap means Seoul and New York have almost no standard-hours overlap. Early morning calls from Seoul or late evening calls from New York are the most practical options.
Calling Between Cities
With 13 hours between Seoul (+82) and New York (+1), finding a mutually convenient calling time is tricky. Consider scheduling calls in advance rather than calling spontaneously.
Currency
Seoul uses KRW while New York uses USD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Seoul primarily speaks Korean, while New York speaks English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Seoul and New York visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and New York?
New York, United States is 13 hours behind Seoul, South Korea. Seoul is in the Asia/Seoul timezone (UTC+9) and New York is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4).
When it's noon in Seoul, what time is it in New York?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Seoul, it's 11:00 PM in New York.
What is the best time to call New York from Seoul?
The best time to call New York from Seoul is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Seoul, it's 8:00 PM in New York. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Seoul for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does New York use?
New York, United States uses USD. Seoul uses KRW. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in New York?
The primary language in New York is English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial New York from Seoul?
To call New York from Seoul, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. Seoul uses country code +82 and New York uses +1.
